1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2021 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
